30 magical photos of Disney parks during Christmas

Christmas at Disney is just as glittery and gorgeous as you’d think: classic characters glide on floats during the annual parade, choirs in the shape of Christmas trees sing carols – and the famous Cinderella Castle shines in lights of every hue.

Keep scrolling to see 30 of the most magical photos of Disney parks at Christmas time.

There’s no such thing as a Disney Christmas without “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.”

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“Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” at Magic Kingdom.

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The famous parade is part of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – a night of fireworks and stage shows at Magic Kingdom in Florida. It runs on select nights in November and December.

Of course, Mickey and Minnie make an appearance.

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Mickey and Minnie Mouse on their float.

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The parade features a series of elaborate, Christmas-themed floats that ride down Main Street, U.S.A.

Anna and Elsa from “Frozen” ride along, too — and they love the snow flurries.

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Anna and Elsa from Disney’s animated film, “Frozen.”

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Mickey’s parade is complete with (faux) snow flurries to get spectators into the Christmas spirit.

Wreck-It Ralph’s gingerbread float practically glows.

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Wreck-It Ralph’s parade float.

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Everyone’s favorite Disney characters are there…

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A lineup of classic Disney characters at the parade.

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From Goofy and Donald Duck to Pinocchio and Alice in Wonderland, classic characters participate in the holiday fun.

But Santa is always a crowd favorite.

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Santa Claus in his sleigh during Mickey’s parade.

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Over at Epcot, there’s a beautiful “Candlelight Processional” ceremony.

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The “Candlelight Processional” at Epcot in Florida.

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The annual ceremony features a celebrity narrator who retells the story of Christmas, accompanied by a choir and 50-piece orchestra.

The coolest part? The choir is positioned in the shape of a Christmas tree.

There are countless special events and performances, like the “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” at Hollywood Studios.

Also at Hollywood Studios, audiences can sing along with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf.

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The characters of “Frozen.”

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“For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” is a live performance featuring “Let It Go,” among other “Frozen” classics. This Hollywood Studios fixture also includes songs from Disney’s new short, “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure.”

At Disney Springs, each neighborhood is transformed into its own “holiday wonderland.”

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A child sits on Santa’s lap at Disney Springs, part of Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

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While there, you can stroll along the Christmas Tree Trail — featuring over 25 custom-decorated trees.

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A family gazes at “The Little Mermaid”-themed Christmas tree along the trail.